Category Archives: Child Custody
What Does it Actually Mean Parents to Have Shared Child Custody in Florida?
Are you a divorced or otherwise separated parent in Clearwater, Largo, or elsewhere in the wider region in Pinellas County? If so, you may have a lot of questions about how exactly child custody works, including: What does it mean to have shared custody rights in Florida? The short answer is that parents may… Read More »
Does an Award of Sole Child Custody Terminate the Other Parent’s Rights?
Are you a parent who is preparing for or going through a child custody case in Florida? If sole custody is an issue in your case, you may be wondering: Does an award of sole custody mean that the other parent’s rights are terminated? The answer is “no”—even if sole custody is awarded, the… Read More »
I Want to Negotiate a Child Custody Modification With My Co-Parent—How Should I Get Started?
Are you interested in modifying an existing child custody/child visitation arrangement. You may have questions about how to get started with the process. The short answer is that it is always best to start to reach a voluntary agreement with your co-parent. At the Law Office of Gale H. Moore P.A., we have extensive… Read More »
Child Custody in Florida: Is a 50/50 Split of Time Automatic?
Are you a divorced or separated parent in Florida? You may be wondering: Does the state have an automatic 50/50 split of time for child custody? The short answer is “no”—while state policy strongly favors shared parental custody and now presumes an equal time-sharing arrangement, a 50/50 time-sharing split is by no means automatic… Read More »
Preparing to Mediate a Child Custody Dispute in Florida? Five Tips to Help You Prepare
For parents of young kids who are separated, divorced, or will be in the near future, working out a custody agreement can be challenging. Mediation can be a great tool for parents to find a solution in a low-conflict atmosphere. To get the most out of mediation, you need to be well-prepared. At the… Read More »
Family Law Reform in Florida: What Parents Should Know About the State’s New Child Time-Sharing Law
Earlier this year, Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill that reformed our state’s child time-sharing laws. For divorced or separated parents who share young children, it is crucial that you understand the impact of these reforms. Here, our Clearwater child custody attorney provides a detailed account of the key things separated parents should know… Read More »
When Will a Court in Florida Order Supervised Visitation (Time-Sharing)?
A parent’s relationship with their child is important. A parent without primary legal or physical custody will still often have visitation rights. In Florida, the term “visitation” falls under “child time-sharing.” In some limited cases, a court may require supervision for parental rights. This occurs when supervised visitation is deemed necessary to protect the… Read More »
Five Myths About Child Custody Laws And Child Custody Cases In Florida
Are you getting divorced or otherwise separating from a co-parent? If so, you may have a lot of questions about Florida’s custody process. There are many misconceptions about how the law actually works in our state. Within this article, our Clearwater child custody attorney dispels five of the most myths about child custody laws… Read More »
How A Comprehensive Parenting Plan Can Help Create A Stable Environment For Your Children After A Divorce In Florida
For parents who share young children or teenagers, ending a marriage can be difficult. Creating a secure, stable home environment for kids—both now and going forward—is essential. A parenting plan is a useful tool that can be used to help foster stability for children even during some challenging times. Here, our Clearwater child custody… Read More »
Is It Possible To Settle A High-Conflict Child Custody Dispute?
Are you a parent of young kids who is going through a high-conflict divorce, separation, or custody modification case? You may be wondering whether there is any possibility of resolving the matter outside of litigation. The short answer is “yes”—many difficult custody & visitation disputes have been resolved by the parents. While litigation is… Read More »
